Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, rules Brunei in a monarchical system of government. The Sultan lives in the largest residential palace in the world. The royal family of Brunei owns an estimated wealth of $28 billion. The Sultan owns several private jets, 600 Rolls Royce and almost 300 Ferraris.

The Chakri dynasty is the royal family of Thailand, which has been occupying the royal stool since 1782. Maha Vajiralongkorn is the current king who ascended to the throne after the demise of his father King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The family is estimated to be worth $30 billion to $60 billion.

The British Royal Family, now headed by King Charles, might not be the richest royal family in the world but is surely the most influential one. As per Forbes, this royal family is worth $88 billion.

The royal family of Abu Dhabi comes from the Al Nahyan Dynasty. The family is currently headed by Khalife bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the emir of the country, who is also the president of the United Arab Emirates since 2004. The royal family is worth $150 billion.

Qatar is ruled by the royal house of Thani, led by Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. The family has been ruling the country since the mid-19th century. It has stakes in New York's Empire State Building, Barclays, British Airways and Volkswagen and is worth $335 billion.

The Al-Sabah family is the royal family of Kuwait, headed by Sheikh Sabah IV Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the current emir of Kuwait. The family is worth $260 billion.

The royal family of Saudi Arabia is the House of Saud and is undoubtedly the wealthiest royal family in the world. The royal family has been ruling the country since 1744 and is worth $1.4 trillion.

7 Richest Royal Families in the World

On Wednesday (May 10), after the exit polls for Karnataka elections, 2023, indicated a&nbsp;clear and comfortable win for the Indian National Congress (INC) over the current ruling party Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP), Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel told reporters that he hopes that BJP will learn a lesson May 13, the day when the results for the southern state will be declared. The Congress leader said, "the eyes of the other enitre coutnry are fixed on Karnataka elections and on one side money is being distributed while on the other, there is a love of the people." He added, "I hope that the BJP will learn a lesson on May 13."

The exit polls predictions come as no surprise as&nbsp;the majority of the opinion polls predicted a win for Congress.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-elections-2023-who-is-ahead-bjp-or-congress-heres-what-opinion-polls-have-predicted-so-far-590898">Karnataka Elections 2023: Who is winning, BJP or Cong? Here’s what opinion polls predicted so far</a>

News agency ANI cited Baghel saying, "The blessings of lord Bajrnagbali in Karnataka will remain with Congress because the deity punishes those indulged in injustice, oppression and corruption."

Further reacting to the ongoing ED actions, Baghel said that the agency never carried out the investigation without any "predicate offence," but for the first, it is doing it. Alleging them of corruption and psychical assault, he said that the officials are working as agents of the BJP to please their masters and therefore are not following any rules or procedures.&nbsp;

He said, " Now, what is&nbsp;the predictate offence in the (alleged) liquor scam of Rs 2,000 crores and without knowing how they are investigating it."

He also mentioned that the officials have been physically assaulting people and troubling them every night.&nbsp;

Baghel said the agency's prime aim is to defame the state government because BJP cannot fight the opposition&nbsp;directly. Expressing confidence in Congress's victory, the chief minister said that the party will come to power again.&nbsp;

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However, contrary to Congress's win, many exit polls also said that BJP is ahead in the polls and may form a government.&nbsp;

Most of the exit polls on May 10 predicted that Janta Dal-(Secular) JD(S) will not even touch the 37 seats it won in 2018 polls but will continue to be a strong regional player for the state.&nbsp;

While India Today-Axis My India exit poll, News24-Today's Chanakya, Time Now ETG-poll, Republic P-MARQ and India TV-CNX predicted Congress hitting a majority with at least 40 per cent in vote share, News Nations-CGS, Asianet Survana News-Jan Ki Baat predicted a win for BJP.

The results for Karnataka Elections 2023 will be announced on May 13.&nbsp;

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On Wednesday (May 10), after the exit polls for Karnataka elections, 2023, indicated a clear and comfortable win for the Indian National Congress (INC) over the current ruling party Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP), Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel told reporters that he hopes that BJP will learn a lesson May 13, the day when the results for the southern state will be declared.

On Wednesday (May 10), after the exit polls for Karnataka elections, 2023, indicated a clear and comfortable win for the Indian National Congress (INC) over the current ruling party Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP), Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel told reporters that he hopes that BJP will learn a lesson May 13, the day when the results for the southern state will be declared. The Congress leader said, "the eyes of the other enitre coutnry are fixed on Karnataka elections and on one side money is being distributed while on the other, there is a love of the people." He added, "I hope that the BJP will learn a lesson on May 13." The exit polls predictions come as no surprise as the majority of the opinion polls predicted a win for Congress. Also read | Karnataka Elections 2023: Who is winning, BJP or Cong? Here’s what opinion polls predicted so far News agency ANI cited Baghel saying, "The blessings of lord Bajrnagbali in Karnataka will remain with Congress because the deity punishes those indulged in injustice, oppression and corruption." Further reacting to the ongoing ED actions, Baghel said that the agency never carried out the investigation without any "predicate offence," but for the first, it is doing it. Alleging them of corruption and psychical assault, he said that the officials are working as agents of the BJP to please their masters and therefore are not following any rules or procedures. He said, " Now, what is the predictate offence in the (alleged) liquor scam of Rs 2,000 crores and without knowing how they are investigating it." He also mentioned that the officials have been physically assaulting people and troubling them every night. Baghel said the agency's prime aim is to defame the state government because BJP cannot fight the opposition directly. Expressing confidence in Congress's victory, the chief minister said that the party will come to power again. Also read | Karnataka elections 2023: Pre-poll surveys herald hung verdict; Will JDS emerge as kingmaker? However, contrary to Congress's win, many exit polls also said that BJP is ahead in the polls and may form a government. Most of the exit polls on May 10 predicted that Janta Dal-(Secular) JD(S) will not even touch the 37 seats it won in 2018 polls but will continue to be a strong regional player for the state. While India Today-Axis My India exit poll, News24-Today's Chanakya, Time Now ETG-poll, Republic P-MARQ and India TV-CNX predicted Congress hitting a majority with at least 40 per cent in vote share, News Nations-CGS, Asianet Survana News-Jan Ki Baat predicted a win for BJP. The results for Karnataka Elections 2023 will be announced on May 13. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Jisso joined the famous BLACKPINK band in 2016 and began her acting career in 2015. The female K-pop star has over 50 million followers on Instagram and has a net worth of $15 million as of 2023.

Besides being a K-pop star, Oh Se-Hun has made a mark as an actor and gained a large international fan base. He is the brand ambassador of several big brands, such as XXX Zenga and Dior, and has even modelled for luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Cartier and Berluti. He has a net worth of $15-$20 million.


Belonging to the first generation of the K-pop industry, Lee ranks as the 8th wealthiest star. She is a talented actress, singer and record producer, with a net worth of $18 million. Lee has collaborated with brands such as Samsung, Calvin Klein, Adidas, Knox and KB Card.

A member of the BTS boy band, RM is a rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He has an estimated worth of $23 million.

Lalisa Manobal, the 'Pink Venom' star, is one of the most successful and popular K-pop idols. She is the first female K-pop artist to endorse MAC globally and release her collection Lisa x L. She currently has a net worth of $25 million.

J-hope ranks as the 5th richest K-pop star. He is a songwriter, dancer, rapper and producer. The star owns a $2.2 million house and is also a brand ambassador for Louis Vuitton. He has a net worth of $30 million.

Next on the list is another BTS member, SUGA. Besides being a singer, he is also a composer and record producer. With an estimated net worth of $32 million, his biggest source of revenue is his musical fortune.

On the third spot is Jungkook, an idol to millions. He is not only a singer but also a composer and a lyricist. Jungkook has songs like Begin, Euphoria and My Time to his credit that made it to the Billboard Hot 100 list. He owns a $33 million fortune.

V is one of the most popular K-pop idols and the richest male artist and has given many solo songs. He has a huge fan base, thanks to his looks, clothes and personality. V has $58.5 million followers on Instagram and is reported to have a net worth of $35 million.

IU is a 30-year-old multitalented K-pop star. She has written over 154 songs, including 5 albums. The star has over 30 million followers on Instagram. She has an estimated net worth of $35-$40 million.

10 Richest K-Pop Stars

The Whole-Brain Child by Daniel J Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson


This book offers practical strategies for helping children develop emotional and social intelligence through understanding brain development and how it impacts behaviour.

How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish


This timeless parenting book provides practical communication strategies for enhancing relationships with kids and resolving disagreements.

Parenting with Love and Logic by Charles Fay and Foster Cline

In order to teach kids responsibility and problem-solving abilities, this book emphasises using logical thought processes and natural consequences.

The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Kar

This book offers helpful advice and methods for putting cranky newborns to sleep and calming them down.

Simplicity Parenting by Kim John Payne and Lisa M. Ross

In order to reduce stress and develop closer ties between parents and children, this book promotes streamlining and simplifying family life.

 Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman

This book offers tips on how parents can support the social and emotional growth of their kids, as well as techniques for improving parent-child relationships.

The Whole-Brain Child Workbook by Daniel J Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

The Whole-Brain Child companion workbook contains useful exercises and activities to support kids' emotional and social intelligence.

This book offers a framework for raising kids by emphasising cooperation, problem-solving, and respect for each other.

No-Drama Discipline by Daniel J Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson

This book provides a framework for parenting with an emphasis on connections, communication, and constructive criticism.

9 Best Parenting Books


With a total of 7 books in the series, they are one of the most famous and most-read books of all time. It is a fantasy and adventure-based novel where the protagonist Harry and his friends Ron and Hermoine fight evil.

A Song of Ice and Fire by George RR Martin

This book series acted as inspiration for the hit TV show "Game of Thrones." There are 5 books in the series which explore elements of magical creatures, kings, wars and a lust for power.

Another fantasy-based novel series, The Chronicles of Narnia is another best-selling series of all time. It is particularly for kids and has sold over 100 million copies in 47 different languages.

This super novel is all about supernatural powers and a vampire-themed fantasy love story. The series has 4 novels, namely, Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse and Breaking Dawn. The books were adapted into 5 films by the same names.

This book series follows the story of Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark. The trilogy comprises books namely The Hunger Games, Catching Fire and Mockingjay.

This novel series is one of the best book series of all time and consists of three parts, namely, The Fellowship of the Ring, The Two Towers and finally, The Return of the King. It has sold over 150 million copies.

This one breaks off from fantasy and tells the story of a former Major of the US Army Military Police Corps who roams around the country and investigates suspicious incidents.

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American actor Robert Anthony De Niro in his latest interviews revealed that he just welcomed his seventh child. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight Canada's Brittnee Blair, he was there&nbsp;to promote his upcoming film "About My Father?" During the conversation, he corrected the host when she said that the 79-year-old actor has six kids to which he replied, "Seven, actually." "I just had a baby," adding to not expect any other details about the child or mother including the name. &nbsp;Here's everything you need to know about him and his family.

<h3>Robert De Niro: Early life</h3>

Robert Anthony De Niro&nbsp;born in Manhattan on August 17,143, is best known for his collaborations with Martin Scorsese. He is the only child of painter Virginia Admiral and Robert De Niro.&nbsp;

He has won several awards such as Academy Awards, the Cecil B DeMille Award, Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. He is also known for his Oscar-nominated roles in Taxi Driver, The Deer Hunter, Awakenings, Cape Fear and Silver Linings. Niro is also well known&nbsp;for his television role in the HBO film The Wizard of Lies, for which he was later awarded the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie.&nbsp;

<h3>Robert De Niro's Children</h3>

Drena De Niro

After tieing the knot with his then-wife Abbott, the star adopted the actress' daughter from her previous relationship. Drena, born in 1971 took her stepdad's surname at the time. She has been following Robert's steps working as an actor but has also worked as a model and a DJ.&nbsp;

Raphael De Niro

Both Robert and Abott in November 1976 welcomed their son Raphael after seven months of their wedding. He is working as a real estate agent and has helped many A-list stars like Douglas Elliman building his home.&nbsp;

Aaron and Julian Kendrick De Niro

After his divorce from Abbott in 1988, Robert moved on with actress Toukie Smith that same year.

The couple 1996 welcomed their twin sons Aaron and Julian in October 1996 before their split the same year. Julian is following in his parent's footsteps in acting.

Elliot and Helen Grace De Niro

In 1997 De Niro married Grace Hightower and welcomed their son Elliot in March of the same year. Elliot was diagnosed with autism in 2016 and is best known for his accomplishments in tennis in the Special Olympics.&nbsp;

The couple in Dec 2011 welcomed their second child via surrogate, and have kept their youngest child out of the spotlight.&nbsp;

Baby No 7

The news of 'Baby no 7'&nbsp;comes as the star has been romantically linked with Tiffany Chen for several years now. The duo was recently spotted in Santa Monica with Billy Crystal and Harvey Keitel exiting Giorgio Baldi. As per pictures clicked by the paparazzi, Chen had a visible baby bump.

American actor Robert Anthony De Niro in his latest interviews revealed that he just welcomed his seventh child. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight Canada's Brittnee Blair, he was there to promote his upcoming film "About My Father?

American actor Robert Anthony De Niro in his latest interviews revealed that he just welcomed his seventh child. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight Canada's Brittnee Blair, he was there to promote his upcoming film "About My Father?" During the conversation, he corrected the host when she said that the 79-year-old actor has six kids to which he replied, "Seven, actually." "I just had a baby," adding to not expect any other details about the child or mother including the name. Here's everything you need to know about him and his family. Robert De Niro: Early life Robert Anthony De Niro born in Manhattan on August 17,143, is best known for his collaborations with Martin Scorsese. He is the only child of painter Virginia Admiral and Robert De Niro. He has won several awards such as Academy Awards, the Cecil B DeMille Award, Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. He is also known for his Oscar-nominated roles in Taxi Driver, The Deer Hunter, Awakenings, Cape Fear and Silver Linings. Niro is also well known for his television role in the HBO film The Wizard of Lies, for which he was later awarded the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited Series or Movie. Robert De Niro's Children Drena De Niro After tieing the knot with his then-wife Abbott, the star adopted the actress' daughter from her previous relationship. Drena, born in 1971 took her stepdad's surname at the time. She has been following Robert's steps working as an actor but has also worked as a model and a DJ. Raphael De Niro Both Robert and Abott in November 1976 welcomed their son Raphael after seven months of their wedding. He is working as a real estate agent and has helped many A-list stars like Douglas Elliman building his home. Aaron and Julian Kendrick De Niro After his divorce from Abbott in 1988, Robert moved on with actress Toukie Smith that same year. The couple 1996 welcomed their twin sons Aaron and Julian in October 1996 before their split the same year. Julian is following in his parent's footsteps in acting. Elliot and Helen Grace De Niro In 1997 De Niro married Grace Hightower and welcomed their son Elliot in March of the same year. Elliot was diagnosed with autism in 2016 and is best known for his accomplishments in tennis in the Special Olympics. The couple in Dec 2011 welcomed their second child via surrogate, and have kept their youngest child out of the spotlight. Baby No 7 The news of 'Baby no 7' comes as the star has been romantically linked with Tiffany Chen for several years now. The duo was recently spotted in Santa Monica with Billy Crystal and Harvey Keitel exiting Giorgio Baldi. As per pictures clicked by the paparazzi, Chen had a visible baby bump.

Robert De Niro welcomes 7th child at 79! Know all about his early life, kids and their mothers

Burundi, officially known as The Republic of Burundi, is a small country in Africa which has the lowest per capita GDP at $308.

Officially known as the Republic of Sierra Leone, it is a small country in West Africa with the second lowest per capita GDP at $472.

Bordered by Zambia to the West and Tanzania to the north, it is a landlocked country in southeastern Africa with a per capita GDP of $483.

A landlocked country in Central Africa, bordered by Chad in the north and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the South, its per capita GDP is $516.

Officially known as the Republic of Madagascar, it is an island nation on the southeast coast of Africa. It is the fourth largest island in the world, but Madagascar's per capita GDP stands at $540.

Located on the horn of Africa, Somalia is an African country with a per capita GDP of $562.

With a population of 11 million people, the Republic of South Sudan in East Africa has a per capita GDP of $570.

Savitri Jindal is the only woman among the top 10 richest Indians. She has a net worth of $17.5 billion.

Located on the southeast coast of Africa, Mozambique has a population of 29.5 million people. Its per capita GDP is $579.

Situated on the horn of Africa, the State of Eritrea has a per capita GDP of $700.

10 Poorest Countries in the World

The popular Kardashian sister is a TV personality and entrepreneur, who has over 305 million followers on Instagram. Khloe mostly posts about her life and fitness.

Queen Bey is an accomplished singer, songwriter, and dancer with a massive fan following. Beyonce has over 307 million followers on Instagram.

Visit the Golden Temple in Amritsar and enjoy the ‘langar’ served by the world’s largest community kitchen that serves free food to all.

The "Thank U next" sensation is one of the most famous pop singers in the world. The Grammy award winner regularly posts photos and videos to give her fans a sneak peek into her life. She has over 369 million followers on Instagram.

The fitness enthusiast, who earlier made a name for himself as a wrestler in WWF and WWE, has 377 million Insta followers.

The youngest sister of the "Kardashian and Jenner" clan, Kylie is the youngest self-made billionaire, thanks to her cosmetic company "Kylie Cosmetics." The Jenner sister has over 388 million followers.

Selena Gomez is a popular American singer and actor. She is the most followed woman on Instagram. The megastar has over 431 million followers.

The Argentine football player is already a legend when it comes to the game. His popularity has fetched him over 458 million Insta followers.

The Portuguese soccer player is one of the richest and most famous athletes in the world. He has a huge fan base and over 579 million followers on Instagram.

The photo and video-sharing social networking app top the list of most-followed accounts. With over 7,000 posts, Instagram has more than 631 million followers.

10 Most-Followed Instagram Accounts

The trailer was enough to trigger controversy, and once it was released, things only got worse. The film follows the story of a group of girls who go missing from the state of Kerala, are converted to Islam and are recruited by the terrorist group ISIS.

Based on the 1990 exodus of the Kashmiri Hindus from Kashmir, the movie received severe backlash for allegedly distorting history and propagating Islamophobia.

Earlier named "Padmavati," the movie in 2017 sparked a few court controversies, as some right-wing groups claimed that it mispresents history and damages the reputation of Rajasthan and its culture.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's film was accused of misrepresenting the historical characters of Peshwa Bajirao and Mastani by their descendants.

Starring Shahid Kapoor, the movie mired controversies for allegedly showing India's Punjab in a bad light and for glorifying drug addiction among youngsters.

Starring perfectionist Aamir Khan and despite a blockbuster, it sparked several controversies and protests across India for hurting religious sentiments.

Another Bhansali movie landed in controversy for hurting Hindu sentiments as it contained violence and vulgarity.

These 7 are the most controversial movies in recent times. Take a look!

7 Recent Controversial Bollywood Movies

Built-in the early 26th century BC, it is the largest Egyptian pyramid and the tomb of the fourth dynasty of Pharaoh Khufu. Initially standing at 841 feet (146.6 metres), the Great Pyramid of Giza was the tallest man-made structure for over 3,800 years.  It is now some 454.4 feet tall as the limestone casing was removed.

One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, it was built to celebrate the successful defence of Rhode City. It was a statue of the Greek sun-god Helios who was erected in the city of Rhodes.

Also called the Pharos of Alexandria, the lighthouse was built by the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Ancient Egypt during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus (280-247 BC).

Built between 353 and 350 BC, the Mausoleum at Halicaranassus or Tomb of Mausolus was designed by the Greek architects Satyros and Pythius of Priene.


The Greek temple also known as the Temple of Diana was dedicated to an ancient, local form of the goddess Artemis.


Listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, they were used to describe a series of tiered gardens with a large variety of trees, shrubs and vines.  

These 7 are the wonders of the ancient world. Check!

7 Wonders of The Ancient World

Finally on May 11 at 11:59 PM (05:59 GMT) a controversial theTrump-era immigration policy&nbsp;"Title 42" is all set to expire. US officials are now preparing for an influx of immigrants at the US-Mexico border. This decision has been fuelling the immigration debate ahead of the upcoming 2024 presidential elections.&nbsp;The policy has been heavily criticised by some Democrats and immigration advocates as they believe it has been preventing many asylum seekers from coming into the country.&nbsp;However, Republicans have been arguing to let the policy remain in place to stop the "illegal borader crossings." Now the question is what will the Biden administration do? What will happen if Title 42 is gone?&nbsp;Scroll to read more.&nbsp;

What is Title 42?

Dating back to 1944,&nbsp;Title 42 or also known as the Public Health Act, grants US authorities emergency powers to prevent the spread of disease. The rule was imposed by Trump in March 2020, apparently to stop the spread of coronavirus across the country. Using the law and the pandemic as justification, the US authorities were able to expel migrants attempting to cross the border from Mexico, including those seeking humanitarian asylum.

Even the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that the order was necessary for crowded migration detention camps to stop the spread of the deadly virus. According to the data from US Customs and Border Protection, during the 2021-2022 fiscal year, over two million people were expelled under the policy.&nbsp;

Later in 2021, after President Joe Biden came into power, his administration kept the policy in place and continued to defend it as a public health measure for over a year.&nbsp;

Why has the use of Title 42 been controversial?

Immigration advocates and humanitarian groups accused Trump of using the pandemic as an excuse to deny thousands of people migrating to the US the chance for humanitarian relief through asylum.&nbsp;

The groups have also been accusing the Biden administration of continuing to use it. The groups have argued that the measure strokes racism and allows for discrimination because many countries had been exempt.&nbsp;However, following the accusations, the Biden administration allowed some 30,000 people to enter the country through humanitarian parole.&nbsp;

What is currently happening?

The Biden administration plans to lift Title 42 when the US Covid public emergency ends. This means the migrants crossing the border will be able to request asylum again. The officials are currently preparing for the illegal influx.&nbsp;

What happens next once Title 42 is gone?

After the law is lifted, the Biden administration plans to issue a new regulation that would deny asylum to most migrants crossing if they passed through another country en route to the US without seeking any protecting or failing to use legal pathways.

The authorities aim to process migrants in days and swiftly deport them if they fail in an initial asylum screening.&nbsp;

Some 500 US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) personnel will be temporarily assigned to help with the interviews and even Pentagon will be sending 1,500 troops to help with the border patrol.

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Finally on May 11 at 11:59 PM (05:59 GMT) a controversial theTrump-era immigration policy "Title 42" is all set to expire. US officials are now preparing for an influx of immigrants at the US-Mexico border.

Finally on May 11 at 11:59 PM (05:59 GMT) a controversial theTrump-era immigration policy "Title 42" is all set to expire. US officials are now preparing for an influx of immigrants at the US-Mexico border. This decision has been fuelling the immigration debate ahead of the upcoming 2024 presidential elections. The policy has been heavily criticised by some Democrats and immigration advocates as they believe it has been preventing many asylum seekers from coming into the country. However, Republicans have been arguing to let the policy remain in place to stop the "illegal borader crossings." Now the question is what will the Biden administration do? What will happen if Title 42 is gone? Scroll to read more. What is Title 42? Dating back to 1944, Title 42 or also known as the Public Health Act, grants US authorities emergency powers to prevent the spread of disease. The rule was imposed by Trump in March 2020, apparently to stop the spread of coronavirus across the country. Using the law and the pandemic as justification, the US authorities were able to expel migrants attempting to cross the border from Mexico, including those seeking humanitarian asylum. Even the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said that the order was necessary for crowded migration detention camps to stop the spread of the deadly virus. According to the data from US Customs and Border Protection, during the 2021-2022 fiscal year, over two million people were expelled under the policy. Later in 2021, after President Joe Biden came into power, his administration kept the policy in place and continued to defend it as a public health measure for over a year. Why has the use of Title 42 been controversial? Immigration advocates and humanitarian groups accused Trump of using the pandemic as an excuse to deny thousands of people migrating to the US the chance for humanitarian relief through asylum. The groups have also been accusing the Biden administration of continuing to use it. The groups have argued that the measure strokes racism and allows for discrimination because many countries had been exempt. However, following the accusations, the Biden administration allowed some 30,000 people to enter the country through humanitarian parole. What is currently happening? The Biden administration plans to lift Title 42 when the US Covid public emergency ends. This means the migrants crossing the border will be able to request asylum again. The officials are currently preparing for the illegal influx. What happens next once Title 42 is gone? After the law is lifted, the Biden administration plans to issue a new regulation that would deny asylum to most migrants crossing if they passed through another country en route to the US without seeking any protecting or failing to use legal pathways. The authorities aim to process migrants in days and swiftly deport them if they fail in an initial asylum screening. Some 500 US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) personnel will be temporarily assigned to help with the interviews and even Pentagon will be sending 1,500 troops to help with the border patrol. (with inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As per the WHR, Finland, officially called the Republic of Finland, ranks as the happiest country in the world with 7.80 points. It is a Nordic country in Northern Europe.

Denmark is second, as per the survey, with 7.59 points. It is known for its high level of living, great work-life balance, and robust social support systems.

Iceland is a Nordic country with a population of 352,721 people and is the third happiest country in the world with 7.53 points.

Israel in recent years has been marked among the happiest countries in the world. According to the World Happiness Report, the country is in the fourth spot with 7.47 points.

The Netherlands stands in fifth position, as per the happiness report, with 7.40 points.

Sweden also makes the list of the happiest countries in the world with 7.40 points.

Norway is known for its breathtaking views and culture. The country stands in the seventh position in the happiness report with 7.32 points.

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